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The Mouth of the Wolf

1988·Movie
2h 3min

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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Brutally violent and tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Violence9
  • Tension8
  • Adrenaline7

Heart

Moving and melancholic

  • Pathos8
  • Melancholy7
  • Catharsis7

Humor

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor6
  • Satire & Parody3
  • Wit & Wordplay2

World

Everyday modern life, politics, and society

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Ambiguity7

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

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AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchThought-Provoking

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About

The military anti-terrorist army takes control of "Chuspi", an unknown and faraway small village, isolated by the terrorist group "Sendero Luminoso" (Shining Path). A soldier called Vitin Luna, and other young soldiers face an invisible, perhaps superior force. Their unit is commanded by a brutal lieutenant who declares the entire village guilty of treason. In the face of this crisis, Vitin must choose between blind obedience and his own conscience.
Peruvian Anti-TerrorismGuerrilla WarfareMoral DilemmaPsychological TensionPolitical CommentaryMilitary DramaBleak RealismInternal Conflict1980s Setting

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream The Mouth of the Wolf legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Fawesome. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Mouth of the Wolf worth watching?

80
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 81/100 (IMDb 7.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Mouth of the Wolf rated?

ViolenceDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How long is The Mouth of the Wolf?

2 h 3 min

The Mouth of the Wolf runs 2 h 3 min.

What language is The Mouth of the Wolf in?

SpanishQuechua

It was made in Spanish, with some Quechua. Produced in Peru, Spain.

In how many countries can I watch The Mouth of the Wolf?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Mouth of the Wolf in 42 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.